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PerformanceIN: Affiliate Marketing is the Most Demanded Skill Among Digital Marketers

Affiliate marketing topped SEM, PPC and mobile marketing as the skill that digital marketers would most like to sharpen, according to a report from Smart Insights. PerformanceIN takes a look at the categories included, as well as what’s pushing affiliate marketing to the top of the list.

Talk Sport News: Sports Memorabilia Guide and What Drives the Prices

As many of our partners know, sports collectibles can be both a great hobby and an investment. ePN affiliate Talk Sport News dives into some of the factors that influence the value of sports memorabilia, with a focus on the motivations behind fan demand.

Viglink: Consumer Holiday Trends Infographic

ePN partner Viglink created an infographic to provide an overview on holiday shopping behavior, based on what they’ve observed in 2014 and 2015 thus far. Check out their blog post for data and stats on top advertisers, brands, products and more to help boost your holiday promoting.

Shane Dolby: How to Convince Yourself to Exercise Prior to Work

Making time to work out is tough, whether you work in an office or from home. ePN partner Shane Dolby provides tips for motivating yourself to get your fitness in as the sun rises, so you can avoid end-of-the-day burnout and excuses.

The speaker lineup for Affiliate Summit West, taking place January 10-12 in Las Vegas, has been announced. Check out the list of keynote presentations, breakout sessions and roundtable discussions happening during this annual industry conference, including a presentation by ePN Global Director John Toskey.

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